How to get from Bilbao to Madrid
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bilbao to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 322 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €19, on Wed, Sep 9.
322 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €27Checked Sep 9 | 1hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €32Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 4h 52mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €17Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 4h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€27Checked Sep 91h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€32Omio catalogue, Sep 94h 52m · directSee Train details
- Bus€17Omio catalogue, Sep 94h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bilbao to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bilbao Airport → Madrid–Barajasflight
Air Europa·1h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Bilbao to Madrid
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€25Departures from Bilbao to Madrid
FlixBus runs 9 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 10:25.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 9 | 00:20 | 10:25 |
| Renfetrain | 2 | 06:53 | 17:12 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
Air EuropaBilbao Airport-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBilbao-Madrid BarajasBook →
RenfeBilbao-MadridBook →On this route you travel with Air Europa, FlixBus, Renfe; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bilbao to Madrid works
Start with a Air Europa flight from Bilbao to Madrid, about 1h. In total it's roughly €27 over 1h, direct, no transfers.
Bilbao to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from Bilbao?
About 322 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bilbao to Madrid cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €19 to €27. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Bilbao to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h.
How long is the flight from Bilbao to Madrid?
About 1h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bilbao and Madrid?
Bilbao is BIO and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written BIO to MAD.
Which operators run Bilbao to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Air Europa, FlixBus, Renfe.
Can you get from Bilbao to Madrid without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 3h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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